I am new to the forums and couldn't find this exact information after searching around here for a bit.

I have been in college the past 5 years, age 25. I was filed as a dependent to my parents the last 3 years, making below the poverty level as a student.

I graduated and in May 2015 began employment making $75,000 annually, as a full time employee. I can provide proof of employment.

I know the K1 visa can take 5-7 months to get approved and the I-134 form is needed for the consulate interview.

Question #1: Do I wait to get a 2015 tax return receipt from the IRS showing that I make 75,000*8/12=$50,000. and/or is letter with my employer/ paystubs with my salary good enough for the I-134?

Question #2: In the I-864, When I submit my 3 prior years tax returns it would show I make below poverty levels all 3 years, if I don't include 2015. I can get paystubs and a letter to support my current yearly earnings. I am not sure what would be best for substantial/ unquestionable proof.

If tax returns are needed/wanted by the embassy with the I-134 when should I be starting the K1 process for my fiancé?

The embassy is Paris, France. I guess the critical thing is do I need tax returns with the I-134 that show income above poverty levels? I was looking at the forums and some people mention that the embassy asked for them even though it seems they are not technically asked for in the form's instructions. I wanted to make sure since the current tax returns don't show my current income, only that as a college student which fall below the poverty threshold, since I wasn't working full time, prior to 2015. Thanks for the help!

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